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Social media is filled with pics of cool cats enjoying the outdoors. But wait, aren’t cats supposed happier napping on your bed all day?

Remember the old days when you had to leave your cat home while you went on vacation? Those days are gone dude! More and more people are finding ways to bring their feline companion on their trips… even on the backpacking ones – whaaaaaaaa?. I for one think it’s the coolest thing since tuna-flavored catnip (patent pending). Your cat gets a serious workout while letting out his inner wild feline as she explores new frontiers. But before you pack the cat and go up the mountain, there are some precautions to take care of.

Sharing a memory of that time I found the biggest litterbox everrrr! Pic: Glorimar Anibarro

Kitty is not the type: We may look and act alike but let’s be clear, every cat is different. Your feline may be happier chillin’ at home while you travel (even if she gives you the how-dare-you! look). This kind of adventure is intense and not every pampered kitty is gonna like it.

Training is required: And it starts with the harness. Yes they are incredibly uncomfortable, seriously uncool and no cat really likes to wear it; but it’s the best way to keep her from chasing after every creature on the road. They come in all shapes and sizes so make sure you find one that fits her like a glove.

How to train her? With yummy treats! Kitty let you put it on? Give her a treat. Left it while hanging around the house to get used to it? More treats. Gets so used to it doesn’t even care? Those are some treats you’re giving her! Once she’s ok with the harness, it’s time to go for a walk around the neighborhood. And it will be less of a hike and more of a “stroll with grandma down the street” ‘cause kitty will be checking out every plant, tree, bug and squirrel. Be patient and go at her pace.

The same training goes for her backpack. There’s a style for every type of cat. You probably have to try a few before finding the perfect match.

Kitten Steps: Her first real outing shouldn’t be a weeklong hike down the canyon. You both need to get acquainted with all that new equipment and set up some sort of routine (you know how we love that): her usual food and litter, maybe her favorite blanket inside her carrier or tent – stuff that helps her relax and feel at home.

Cats adjust to the weirdest circumstances; your kitty may just feel right at home sleeping in a tent and following the trail like she’s been doing it her whole life, but the opposite can also happen. And an unhappy cat can get in trouble, even run away. Don’t stress her. If it’s not her cup of tea, again, leave her home with the sitter.

Extra everything: Congrats, your cat loves being outside. Prepare the camera ‘cause there’s gonna be cool pic moments all day long. But all that hiking means kitty is going to burn more energy than normal, so bring extra food and plenty of water. Don’t forget her vet info and First-Aid Kit.

But Gato, would you do it? Dude, my case is different. I am part feral, part culturally aware and part, well, pencil on paper. I go wherever the wind takes me and I love it! Seen so many places that I never thought other felines will check out that this trend makes me a very happy cat.

As you can see, it is not an internet trend. We have been followed since the dawn of time.Como pueden ver, la tendencia no nació en la red. Seguir nuestros pasos ocurre desde el principio de la humanidad.